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Weekly services from New Providence Primitive Baptist Church in Maryville, TN. For more information about NPPBC, go to our site at: www.nppbc.com.

  1. JAN 22

    God Likes to Be Outnumbered

    God Likes to Be Outnumbered The message focuses on the idea that God often chooses to work when the odds are stacked against His people, so that when victory comes, it is clear that it was His doing, not their own. Gideon’s Army God told Gideon he had too many men (32,000) to fight the Midianites, lest Israel take credit for the victory. God instructed Gideon to allow those who were fearful to leave, resulting in 22,000 departing, leaving 10,000. God further reduced the number by having them drink water from a river, selecting only the 300 who lapped the water like dogs. The 300 were equipped with trumpets and pitchers with torches inside. They surrounded the Midianite camp and, at a signal, broke the pitchers, revealed the torches, blew the trumpets, and shouted, “The sword of the Lord and of Gideon!” God caused the Midianites to turn on each other, and they were defeated. Pride and God’s Glory God likes to be outnumbered because when He wins the battle, He doesn’t want people taking credit for it. Pride can lead people to believe they are capable and strong on their own. God ensures that when victory comes, it is clear that it was His doing, leading to proper worship and praise. Examples of God Being Outnumbered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: Nebuchadnezzar built a statue and commanded everyone to worship it. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to bow. Nebuchadnezzar threw them into a fiery furnace. The king saw four figures in the furnace, the fourth resembling the Son of God. They emerged unharmed, demonstrating God’s presence and protection. Noah: Eight souls (Noah, his wife, his sons, and their wives) worked on the ark for 120 years. They were against an entire race of people. God sent the flood, and only those on the ark survived. Moses: Moses confronted Pharaoh, demanding the release of the Israelites. He faced the entire Egyptian army. He led the Israelites to the Red Sea, where God parted the waters, allowing them to cross safely and drowning the pursuing Egyptian army. Jonathan: Jonathan and his armor bearer went to fight the Philistines. Jonathan told his armor bearer that there is no restraint to God to save whether by few or many. They climbed a cliff and attacked a Philistine outpost, killing 20 men. Samson: The Israelites bound Samson with new cords and handed him over to the Philistines. Samson broke free and killed 1,000 Philistines with the jawbone of an ass. David: David, a young shepherd, volunteered to fight Goliath. He went into the valley with five stones and a slingshot. He struck Goliath with a stone, killing him, and then cut off his head with Goliath’s own sword. Hezekiah: Sennacherib and the Assyrian army threatened Jerusalem. Hezekiah prayed to God, laying Sennacherib’s threatening letter before Him. God sent an angel who killed 186,000 Assyrian soldiers in one night. Asa: Zerah the Ethiopian came against Asa with an army of a million men and 300 chariots. Asa prayed to God for help, acknowledging that it is nothing for God to help, whether with many or with those who have no power. God smote the Ethiopians, and they fled. Romans 8:31-39 If God is for us, who can be against us? Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, distress, persecution, famine, nakedness, peril, or sword? In all these things, we are more than conquerors through Him that loved us. Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature. Application Encouragement to have faith and trust in God, regardless of the circumstances. Even when feeling outnumbered, outmanned, or outgunned, God is always greater and can deliver. The importance of recognizing God’s hand in victories and giving Him the glory. The reminder that God is always with His people and will fight their battles.

  2. JAN 18

    Faith and Purpose in Life’s Trials

    Introduction Expressing gratitude and acknowledging a shift in the intended message. Originally planned to preach from scriptures. Felt divinely led to share a personal experience and message. Overcoming Paralysis Through Faith Sharing a personal experience of paralysis and recovery. Paralyzed from the neck down for nine months. Doctors predicted permanent paralysis. Experienced divine intervention and regained mobility. Able to walk and use arms again. God’s Purpose in Suffering God communicated a purpose during paralysis: to preach. Emphasizing that God has a purpose regardless of physical condition. Whether on a bike, in a wheelchair, or on the phone. Importance of obedience to God’s will. Striving for perfection and following God’s guidance. The Nature of Faith and Trust Acknowledging the universality of worry and doubt. Everyone experiences worry at some point. Worry leads to doubting faith. People often try to handle problems independently. Defining faith and trust from a pocket Bible dictionary. Faith: Belief and confidence in the testimony of another, especially God’s promise of salvation and eternal life through Jesus. Highlighting the importance of trust. Trust: Putting confidence in a person or thing; God’s name and words are worthy of trust. Emphasizing total confidence in God. Relying on God’s Understanding Admonition to not lean on one’s own understanding. Personal admission of making mistakes when relying on self. Decision to follow God’s guidance without looking back. Overcoming shyness and discomfort with public speaking. God’s Purpose for Everyone God has a purpose for every individual. Challenging the notion that all roles in the church are filled. There is always work to be done for God. Suggesting that a lack of need indicates the Lord’s return. Hebrews 11:6 and the Importance of Faith Reading and emphasizing Hebrews 11:6. “Without faith it is impossible to please him.” Belief in God and His ability to do all things. Faith and Overcoming Obstacles Faith can move mountains with God’s help. Necessity of work and effort alongside faith. Using the analogy of digging with a shovel. God wants people to work and trust in Him. The Story of Doubting Thomas Paraphrasing and reading from Matthew 20:24 about Doubting Thomas. Thomas’s disbelief in Jesus’s resurrection without physical proof. Thomas wanted to see the nail prints and touch Jesus’ side. Personal Testimony of Faith Without Seeing Never seen Jesus face-to-face but has heard His voice. Belief in the Bible’s promise of seeing Jesus one day. Knowing Jesus before meeting Him physically. Experiencing Christ’s Call Describing the unique experience of hearing Christ’s voice. Recalling the moment of conviction before turning life over to God. Hearing “Tony!” while driving and immediately stopping to pray. Transformation and commitment to following God. The Better Life with God Life is better with God, despite not being perfect. Earth is not our permanent home; heaven is the ultimate destination. Heaven and Hell Addressing the reality of hell, which many preachers avoid. Critique of churches focused on superficial aspects. Latte bars and donut shops instead of spiritual depth. Holding the Original Promise Christ holds the key to the gates of heaven. The Uncertainty of Life and the Need to Be Ready The day of birth is also the day one could die. The Bible instructs to always be ready. Need to be ready always. Avoiding Complacency Worrying about forgetting to thank God for blessings. The importance of praying without ceasing. Starting the day with gratitude to God. Thankfulness for blessings and answered prayers. Faith as Essential None of the above is good without faith. Hebrews 20:13 and the Desire for a Heavenly Country Reading from Hebrews 20:13 about dying in faith and seeking a better country. Confessing to being strangers and pilgrims on earth. Desiring a heavenly country prepared by God. Belief in Heaven Asking if the audience believes God has prepared a place in heaven. Maintaining faith and trust in God to reach that place. The Choice Between Heaven and Hell It is not God’s intention for anyone to stay on earth permanently. The choice between dying and going to hell or dying and living forever. The soul will lift up after the body is gone. Scripture says, absent from the body, present in the Lord. Readiness for Home Expressing readiness to go home to heaven. Looking forward to seeing Jesus, family, and friends. Meeting Jesus Jesus will come to get believers and lead them across the river. Envisioning this to overcome life’s turmoil. Envisioning seeing Jesus helps with burdens and trials. Paul’s Thorn and God’s Grace Paul’s prayer to remove a thorn in his side. The nature of the thorn is unknown, possibly cancer. God’s response: “My grace is sufficient.” The Power of Grace and Faith Seeking grace and keeping trust in God. The devil cannot overcome those with faith and grace. The Devil’s Attacks The devil attacks those who step up and do something for God. Experiencing increased challenges after answering God’s call. Maintaining Composure Through Faith Letting go of anger and trusting God to handle situations. God will take care of and get us through any situation. Repentance Striving daily and acknowledging imperfections. God provided repentance at Calvary. The need for daily repentance. Avoiding Frustration Avoiding frustration, especially while driving. Letting others pass and trusting in God’s protection. Life is going by fast enough. Final Thoughts and Admonitions Pray with faith. Seek Him daily. Be obedient to what God reveals to your own heart. Not what God reveals to others. Focusing on personal obedience avoids being a busybody. Mind Your Business Avoid being in everyone else’s business. Checking on sick or needy brothers and sisters is different. Judging others is being too busy. Focus on personal problems and self-improvement. Expect His Reward Trust God for peace, direction, healing, provisions, and understanding. Always according to His will and timing. Don’t Forget Him Leave it with God. Don’t try to take care of God. Trust, don’t just perform rituals or works. God is pleased by genuine faith and a surrendered heart. Everyone needs to get out of here talking to the Lord. Not just the preacher. Testimony Every child of God has a testimony. Sharing testimonies can touch the world. Those who have been saved have a testimony. God’s Grace Saved by God’s amazing grace, undeservedly. Name written in the Lamb’s Book of Life. A merciful God who saves by grace. Feeling God’s Presence The great feeling of feeling God’s loving arms. Being lifted up in prayer. The Power of Faith A mustard seed can spread and grow. Faith will get stronger and mightier. God’s Presence in the Church God is here to meet needs. Contrast between churches with a cold feeling and those filled with the Spirit. The importance of letting God run a mince between all of us. Spirit-Filled Churches Spirit-filled churches allow people to shout and express joy. Avoiding long-windedness and focusing on God’s presence. Being on God’s side, not one’s own. Taking as much time as God wants. Needing more people to get that way for more blessings and joy. Praising God It’s impossible to please God. Wondering if we’re pleasing Him.

  3. JAN 15

    Seek After God

    Seeking God and His Guidance The importance of seeking God with one’s whole heart and soul. When out in the world, there was no seeking of God. After giving life to God, seeking Him became a priority. God came seeking when lost, now seeking Him for guidance. Encouragement to seek God, ask for help, and get closer to Him. People wandering in the wilderness need only seek God for help. Seek God expecting an answer and guidance. Avoid being half-hearted in seeking God. Listening for God’s Answer The need to listen for God’s answer after asking for help. God’s answer may not be what one wants to hear. Obey the Word of God and do what He wants you to do. Personal experiences of God speaking. God speaks in different ways, sometimes strongly, sometimes as a whisper. God has never failed to answer prayers, though timing is on His time. Faith that prayers for salvation for others will be answered. Humbling oneself before God in prayer. Praying at the altar for lost people, the church, and the pastor. God hears prayers and will heal. God’s Unwavering Presence and the Comforter God will never leave nor forsake. Acknowledging times of leaving God, but the sweetness of returning. God is present when one can’t go any further without Him. God’s welcome upon returning to Him. After being away from faith, God restored faith and welcomed back. God puts His arm around and welcomes back with love. The promise of the Comforter (Holy Ghost). Jesus sent a Comforter. The importance of the Holy Ghost in life and ministry. Fear that the true Holy Spirit would scare some people. Altar Call and Invitation to Prayer Offering an altar call for those in need of prayer. The altar is not just for the lost, but for the saved as well. If there is a need, talk it over with God. Any place can be a place to talk to God. Home, car, truck, tractor, or lawn mower. The altar is a good place to come and talk to God. Invitation to come forward and pray.

  4. JAN 11

    The Power of Prayer

    Desire for Prayers and Direction Expressing a struggle to discern the Lord’s direction. Acknowledging uncertainty about the current path. Trusting in the Lord’s plan despite a lack of understanding. Requesting prayers for the morning service. Hoping for worship and spiritual awakening. Seeking guidance for those who are lost or not living right. Numbers 11:1-2 – Complaining and Moses’ Prayer Reading from Numbers 11:1-2 about the people’s complaints and God’s anger. Focusing on Moses’ intercession and the power of prayer. Highlighting the quenching of the fire through Moses’ prayer. Acknowledging dependence on the Lord’s help, power, and spirit. Trusting in God’s goodness and mercy for guidance. Seeking exaltation of God’s words and help for every soul. The Power of Prayer Emphasizing the power of prayer for salvation. Highlighting the need for sinners to cry out to God. Sharing a personal experience of feeling the Holy Spirit’s presence. Mentioning the calling out of number 16 and feeling the Lord’s confirmation. Expressing the importance of knowing that the Lord hears prayers. Reflecting on people who need prayer. Mentioning Valerie’s prayer requests for Joseph’s salvation. Sharing Brother Bobby Whitehead’s testimony of praying for his son for 15 years. The son was saved and talked about the Lord during a trip to Kentucky. Encouraging persistence in prayer. Highlighting that answers may not come immediately. Referencing praying for little Audrey for years before she got saved. Exodus 32 – Moses’ Intercession Referring to Exodus 32:8-14 about Moses interceding for the people after they worshipped a golden calf. God wanted to destroy them but Moses pleaded with God not to. Moses reminded God of His promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Israel. The Lord repented of the evil He thought to do. Questioning how often God’s people pray for the lost. Highlighting the power of the church. Asking how burdened the church is for the lost. Urging listeners to call out the names of their family members in prayer. Emphasizing the need for brokenhearted prayer. Reminding listeners that some people may die and end up in hell. The Importance of Prayer in Everyday Life Acknowledging personal guilt in getting busy and letting life get in the way. Stating that family’s salvation is the greatest need. Sharing Brother Bill’s testimony of praying for Paulette for 13-15 years before she was saved. Encouraging continued prayer for young people and the church. Highlighting the need to pray for those who are lost and may be playing games. Emphasizing prayer as a great tool and a powerful weapon. Highlighting the ability to pray anytime, anywhere. Acknowledging that prayers may not always be answered as desired. Examples of Prayer in Scripture Sharing the story of Hezekiah in 2 Kings 19. Hezekiah received a threatening letter and spread it out before the Lord in prayer. Hezekiah asked God for help. Acknowledging times of doing everything possible and then surrendering to God. Referencing Abraham’s intercession for Sodom. Abraham pleaded with God to spare Sodom if there were righteous people. God destroyed Sodom because they couldn’t find five righteous people. Emphasizing that praying for something does not always guarantee getting it. Reiterating the importance of acknowledging and thanking God when He answers prayers. The Battle Against the Enemy Highlighting the importance of acknowledging when God hears prayers. Emphasizing the need to return to a place of prayer. Acknowledging the battle against the enemy. The enemy tries to deceive, divide, and create conflict in the church. The enemy knows there are people who need to be saved or rededicate their lives. Acknowledging personal struggles with being consumed by the world. Highlighting the importance of others praying for those who are lost. Sharing a personal testimony of being lost and headed to hell. Expressing gratitude for those who interceded and encouraged a relationship with God. Repaying the Favor and Praying for Others Questioning whether the favor of being prayed for is being repaid. Urging listeners to ask God for their families and those among them. Asking God to visit and reveal Himself to children and those being revived. Acknowledging personal shortcomings in realizing those who are lost and dying. Recognizing the need to improve in praying for others. Challenging the excuse of being too busy. Emphasizing the importance of making time for prayer. Believing that dedication and sacrifice in prayer will lead to a closer relationship with God and the salvation of others. Reiterating the church’s purpose. The church is not just here to sit idly by. It is the church’s job to ensure people hear the word and know there is a place to escape from. Standing in the Gap and Making Intercession Emphasizing the job of bowing in prayer for family and the church. Highlighting that it is not just the pastor’s job, but everyone’s responsibility. Referencing the Roman soldier in Matthew 8:5. The soldier beseeched Jesus to heal his servant. The soldier had to ask for help. Emphasizing the need to stand in the gap and make up the hedge. Ensuring people know there are others praying for them. Caring enough to spend time in prayer. Highlighting the encouragement of receiving a message saying someone is praying for you. Emphasizing the job of praying for both the lost and the saved. Sharing the story of the poor friend who needed help. Highlighting the effort and determination to get their friend to Jesus. Knowing that Jesus is able to fix the problem. The Power of the Church in Prayer Expressing the belief that God is able to save others because He saved Elder Dustin. Emphasizing the need to help others get to Jesus. Acknowledging personal guilt in not encouraging and reaching out to others enough. Highlighting the need for help for everyone. Emphasizing that sometimes only the Holy Spirit can move and speak. Reiterating the importance of doing everything possible to get people to Jesus. Referencing Acts 12:5 about the church praying without ceasing for Peter. Peter was freed from prison. Emphasizing the need for the church to pray for the chains holding souls captive to be broken. Highlighting that only Jesus can save. Emphasizing the need to pray for every lost soul encountered. Personal Testimony and Burden for the Lost Sharing a personal testimony of God’s miracle in Shana’s life. Reflecting on God’s miracle in Elder Dustin’s life. God changed Elder Dustin’s life instantly. Listing examples of people God has done miracles for. Expressing the belief that God can do it for anyone. Asking the Lord to burden the heart with the lost. Acknowledging the problem of not having time to be burdened. Asking God to put a burden on them where they can’t escape it. Acknowledging that this is not popular or familiar. Highlighting the need for willingness and sacrifice. Understanding that serving God is not always convenient. Acknowledging the busyness of life with kids. Emphasizing that children should not come before God. Raising a Godly Generation Expressing thankfulness that children are understanding the importance of God. Highlighting the need for children to know that they are not more important than God. Emphasizing the importance of being present for children. Recognizing that children will be the ones standing in the future. Highlighting the job of raising young people who know the power of God. Emphasizing the need to pray for God to raise up a generation. Sharing a story about praying for kids to be missionaries. Acknowledging the difficulty of allowing a child to go to a foreign country. Emphasizing the need to not stand in God’s way. Recognizing that these things are not popular. Emphasizing that the world needs Jesus. Highlighting the need to pray for God to raise up people. Emphasizing the need for laborers to be sent into the harvest. Personal Conviction and Call to Action Sharing an observation about Tillman bringing young boys to the revival. Highlighting Tillman’s effort to bring his friends to Jesus. Acknowledging that Elder Dustin has not brought anyone all week. Admitting to not inviting anyone to the revival. Asking for prayer for Elder Dustin’s sisters. Asking the Lord to break them and get them to a place where they mean what they say. Expressing a desire to see families get things right. Emphasizing that people won’t come unless they are asked. Reiterating that the church made intercession for Peter. Emphasizing the job of the church to pray and do their best to get people to church. Acknowledging that they don’t get sayings because they don’t even ask for them. James 5 – Prayer and Healing Acknowledging not having the scripture studied out. Reading from James 5:13-20 about prayer and healing. Encouraging prayer for those who are afflicted, merry, or sick. Emphasizing the power of the prayer of faith. Encouraging confession of faults and praying for one another. Highlighting the effectiveness of fervent prayer. Defining “effectual fervent prayer” as active and continuous prayer. Emphasizing the need to keep praying until God tells them not to. Sharing Brother Robbie’s testimony of turning a family member over to the Lord. Highlighting that sometimes people get so far down the rabbit hole that only God can help them. Sharing the story of Elias praying for rain. Emphasizing the importance of prayer as the body of Christ. Highlighting the need for an active prayer life. Luke 22 – Praying for Faith Referencing Luke 22 about Jesus praying for Simon Peter. Jesus prayed that Peter’s faith would not fail. Asking the Lord to stand on their behalf and pray for them. Acknowledging personal problems and the need for prayer. Emphasizing that they have not because they ask not. Reflect

  5. JAN 4

    No Middle Ground

    Faith and Commitment The importance of making a firm choice for God, despite distractions. Personal reflection on faith and the need for growth. During Melissa’s singing, a deep admiration for her faith was felt. On Friday night, while handing out cards asking about personal areas for improvement in 2026, faith was identified as a key area to work on. The exercise involved writing down God’s promises and hearing Him speak through the process. The goal is to grow in faith, depending on God and His Word. The urgency of spiritual growth and dedication. Time is running out, and there’s a need to improve and lift up Christ. Prayers have been offered for weeks for God to speak to the people. A challenge was given on New Year’s Eve to be faithful. The Sermon on the Mount: No Middle Ground Focus on Matthew 7:13-14, emphasizing the straight gate and narrow way versus the wide gate and broad way. The core message is that there is no middle ground with Christ. The sermon challenges the idea of living in between right and wrong. Critique of creating a God that accepts compromise and partial devotion. Religion can become a middle ground, a way to feel satisfied without true closeness to God. The need for daily choices to serve God fully. Personal commitment, like Joshua’s, to serve the Lord. The importance of exercising faith and commitment in daily life. Either for or against God, gathering or scattering. God’s unchanging holiness and expectations. God expects holiness, and there’s a way of repentance and forgiveness. Believers should live differently from the world, set apart and identified by righteous living. Two Gates: Narrow vs. Broad Emphasis on the two paths: the narrow, straight gate and the wide gate leading to destruction. No other options or ways to live are acceptable. One is either for Christ or against Him, with no middle ground. Examples illustrating the lack of middle ground: Hot or cold: Lukewarmness is rejected. Revelation reference: God will spew lukewarm believers out of His mouth. Many Christians live in a comfortable middle ground, avoiding challenges. In or out, right or wrong, love of God or love of the world. Carrying one’s cross or not, yes or no, bitter or sweet. Saved or lost: No partial or in-progress salvation. The importance of choosing the narrow way. The broad way is filled with people who think they are going to heaven but lack true salvation. The Spirit of God calls for adherence to the narrow way and straight path. Preaching a straight way is necessary to lead people to salvation. Simply carrying a Bible, joining a church, or being baptized is insufficient without being born again. Two Trees: Good vs. Corrupt Beware of false prophets in sheep’s clothing, identifiable by their fruits. The illustration of two types of trees: good trees bearing good fruit and corrupt trees bearing evil fruit. No middle ground: a tree is either corrupt or good, not partially one or the other. The importance of honesty in self-assessment. If there was a middle ground, people would create their own paths and churches. The challenge to decide to live fully for Christ and repent of sins. God hasn’t changed and doesn’t compromise on holiness. Identifying trees by their fruit. Good trees should bear good fruit, though the quantity and edibility may vary. Corrupt trees may produce fruit that looks appealing but is harmful. Example of inedible fruit found while hunting, which looked delicious but was avoided by animals. The source of good fruit: being grafted into Jesus, the true vine. Bearing fruit is a result of being connected to Jesus. Jesus wants believers to be either cold or hot, not lukewarm. Being warm (lukewarm) is comfortable but spiritually dangerous. The need to step out and determine one’s true standing with God. Either for or against Him, gathering or scattering. God wants 100% devotion, or perhaps one doesn’t know Him at all. The danger of creating an environment where people think it’s alright to do what they want. God is holy and requires holiness. Honesty about one’s spiritual condition. It’s better to admit being lost than to falsely believe one is saved. There is hope in acknowledging one’s need for a Savior. Being born again leads to a straight, narrow path and the production of good fruit. Goodness and the Rich Young Ruler According to Jesus, there is nothing good but the Father. The story of the rich young ruler who claimed to have kept all the commandments since his youth. Jesus identified that the man’s wealth was his real God. The man was in middle ground, thinking he had it all figured out. Jesus’s challenge to sell all possessions and follow Him. The man walked away sorrowful because he couldn’t give up his middle ground. He couldn’t believe that God is holy and expects holiness. He couldn’t believe that he could live right through the Holy Spirit’s help. The necessity of the Holy Ghost to stay on course. There is no middle ground; any such place is fictitious and meaningless to God. Professions of Faith: Real vs. False Not everyone who says “Lord, Lord” will enter the kingdom of heaven. Only those who do the will of the Father will enter. Two different professions: one real and one false. A real profession is based on complete surrender to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. A false profession involves doing great works but being unknown by God. “Depart from me, for I never knew you.” The danger of creating a comfortable, middle-ground world that allows one to live as they please. This place is a figment of one’s imagination, denying the Spirit of God and His Word. The judgment of God will reveal the truth. Claiming to have gone to church, read the Bible, and prayed is insufficient. “Depart from me, you workers of iniquity, for I did not know you.” The world is on middle ground, but honesty is essential. It’s better to admit being an unbeliever, as that ground can be plowed by God. Living in the middle means one doesn’t truly care. Many claim to be saved but have never been born again. It’s better to be honest about being lost, as the Holy Spirit can help. Living in the middle pleases no one: not the church, the preacher, or God. Two Foundations: Rock vs. Sand Two foundations: one built on solid rock (Jesus Christ) and one built on sand. The solid rock foundation is forever settled in heaven and stands firm. The consequences of building on sand. When storms come, the foundation will be exposed. Building salvation on anything other than Jesus Christ is building on sand. Examples: “I’m building my salvation on the Baptist faith,” or “I’m a good Catholic.” The challenge to know for sure which foundation one is on as 2026 begins. If on solid rock, step up and give all for God. If on sand, acknowledge being lost and let the Holy Spirit put you on the solid foundation. The fate of those on sand: great will be the fall. The invitation to come to Him and be placed on the solid foundation.

  6. 12/28/2025

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  7. 12/28/2025

    Looking for a Sign

    Scribes and Pharisees Seeking a Sign The scribes and Pharisees asked Jesus for a sign to prove who He was. Their intent was not to confirm faith but to find something to condemn Him for. They wanted to tempt or trap Him. The Nature of Seeking Signs Seeking signs is human nature. Examples: Gideon sought confirmation from God, and God honored his request. Gideon asked for a wet fleece with dry ground, then a dry fleece with wet ground. If the motivation is to increase faith, God will provide a sign. Signs can be tokens or indications to obey, pay attention, or learn. Some seek signs not to believe but to avoid dealing with something in their hearts. Abundance of Existing Signs Many signs had already been given in the preceding 11 chapters of Matthew. Jesus had already done much to prove He was God. If the motivation is disbelief, no additional signs will be given. The desire should be to know Christ and be saved. Evil and Adulterous Generation Jesus called them an evil and adulterous generation for seeking a sign. These were the same people who would crucify Christ. They wanted something new, but there is nothing new in the Word of God. The Word of God is a sign for all. Seeking a sign to justify disbelief is an evil and adulterous thought pattern. Signs They Rejected The preaching of John the Baptist: John preached repentance and the coming Messiah. He identified Jesus as the Lamb of God. They went to hear John but did not receive the sign. Testimonies of those healed by Christ: The blind man testified that he was healed by Jesus, regardless of whether Jesus was a sinner. Testimonies of God’s people are a sign to the world. The Word of Christ Himself: God spoke to the heart, revealing Himself. The greatest sign is when the Holy Ghost speaks to the heart. Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount and taught in the temple. Refusing to hear Jesus means one will never be saved. Evil and Adulterous Hearts Seeking something different indicates evil in the heart. Looking for something other than what God has given is adulterous. It means wanting a different God or something else entirely. The Sign of Jonah The only sign to be given would be the sign of Jonah. Jonah went into the belly of death and was delivered. Jesus would go into the heart of the earth, die for sins, and rise again. The resurrection is the greatest sign. The discomfort of the scribes and Pharisees can be imagined when they learned of the empty tomb. The guards reported an angel descending, rolling back the stone, and their falling like dead men. Proofs of Christ’s Resurrection Many people have made a profession of faith and testify that Jesus is alive. Mary recognized Jesus when He spoke her name in the garden. Jesus is on the throne of glory. Signs in Matthew’s Gospel The leper: Jesus healed a leper, cleansing him from his disease. The centurion’s servant: Jesus healed the centurion’s servant sick with palsy. The centurion demonstrated great faith. The crippled man: Four men lowered a crippled man through the roof to reach Jesus. Jesus forgave his sins and healed him, telling him to take up his bed and walk. The scribes and Pharisees murmured because they didn’t believe Jesus had the power to forgive sins. The blind man: Jesus healed a blind man, which was unprecedented. The woman with the issue of blood: She touched the hem of Jesus’ garment and was immediately healed. Jesus stopped and asked who touched Him, revealing the miracle to the crowd. Jairus’ daughter: Jesus raised Jairus’ daughter from the dead. He told them she was only sleeping, but they laughed at Him. Conviction and Belief These signs should lead to conviction and belief. Seeing these miracles should cause one to question why they don’t believe. Personal experience of being born again is a sign. God is not hiding what He has done. If the reason for seeking a sign is to confirm doubt, no more will be given. Everything already given is sufficient. The Importance of the Word and Spirit The only signs needed are from the Word of God and the Spirit of God. What matters is the Word of God and the Holy Ghost. The question is whether one wants to believe. Creation as a Sign Creation itself is a sign of God’s eternal power and Godhead. Romans 1:20 states that these things are clearly seen from the creation of the world. People are without excuse because they have this sign. The Rainbow as a Sign The rainbow is a sign of God’s covenant not to flood the earth again. Genesis 9 establishes the rainbow as a token of this covenant. It serves as a reminder of God’s promise. Conclusion The problem is not the lack of signs but the lack of belief in the signs already given. Signs include preaching, testimonies, and the Word of God. Faith comes by hearing the Word of God. The only thing needed to be saved is to believe. The invitation is to run to Jesus and respond to the signs that have been given.

  8. 12/21/2025

    The Fullness of Time

    The Anticipation of Christ’s Birth Angels anticipated the day of Jesus’s birth. They had seen Him at the right hand of the Father. They had worshipped Him. Now He had left heaven’s throne and become something they didn’t understand yet. For nine months, the angels waited while Jesus was 100% man from the embryonic stage until Mary birthed him. The angels knew when Joseph led Mary to Bethlehem, the home of his lineage, that it was close to the time of Jesus’s birth. The angels waited on the rims of glory as the Lamb of God was to be born. Gabriel announced to the shepherds, “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” The angels flooded the heavenly poison, shouting, “He’s not in that womb no more. He’s not awaiting anymore. He’s here. He’s here. Our Lord is once more here.” The Fullness of Time Galatians 4:4-5 explains what Christmas is all about. God had a time in His calendar for His Son to be born of a virgin and come as a savior to the world. Many people before that time knew He was coming. Adam and Eve were told that by his heel he would bruise Satan’s head. Abraham was told that of his seed all the nations of the earth would be blessed. Isaac and Jacob received that covenant promise. The time had not occurred when Jacob would birth 12 children and from him would become the nation of Israel. The book of Hebrews says that they died in faith, believing that it would come. Moses understood about a coming Christ, but Jesus didn’t come during his time. From the foundation of the world, God had ordained a time that His Son would come and take care of the sin of this world. David knew and sung about the cross that would come. Isaiah spoke of Emmanuel coming, God with us, born of a virgin. Isaiah 53 wrote about the Savior who would suffer greatly and bear the sins of mankind. After 400 years of God’s silence, an angel came to Mary in Nazareth. She was chosen to conceive of the Holy Ghost. Mary and Joseph’s Roles Mary was perplexed about the angel’s words, asking how she could conceive without knowing a man. In a dream, the angel Gabriel spoke to Joseph, telling him not to fear taking Mary as his wife because the child conceived in her was of the Holy Ghost. Joseph took Mary as his betrothed wife and kept her until the child was born. Simeon’s Revelation Simeon, a devout priest, was revealed by the Holy Ghost that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Christ. On the eighth day after Jesus’s birth, Simeon saw Jesus and knew that the fullness of time had come. Simeon snatched the baby from Mary and said, “Now let me depart in peace for mine eyes have seen the salvation of Israel.” Personal Salvation The reason Jesus came was so that there would be a time for each individual. Before the foundation of the world, God knew who would believe. There was a day in 1976 when God declared it would be a personal time of salvation. There wasn’t any way to pay the penalty except some flesh stand in your half, in your behalf. Jesus is the fullness of God in the flesh and the only savior of the world. The Word was made flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth. Jesus Christ was the one answer for the sin that mankind owned. Jesus had to become flesh and be made under the law, keeping every part of God’s holy law in the flesh. The imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ was given while he took on all sinful flesh. As a nine-year-old boy, Pastor Tommy found out that there was a Savior that died for his sin. When Pastor Tommy called upon Jesus to save him, He redeemed him. All heaven’s angels rejoice over one sinner that repents. When someone receives Christ, the angels remember Bethlehem and shout again. Pastor Tommy remembers the day he got saved and felt like all of heaven had filled his soul. Paul never had to get saved again. The angels are still rejoicing over sinners who repent unto God. Jesus was made under the law to redeem those who were under the law. Through Jesus, people receive the adoption of sons. Because the Holy Spirit has been imparted into hearts, people can cry, “Father.” The Significance of Jesus’s Birth Life begins at conception. Jesus was alive from the very instant he was conceived in Mary’s womb. John’s Gospel didn’t record Jesus’s birth but said He was in the beginning. The Word was made flesh when Gabriel spoke to Mary and the Holy Ghost came upon her. Thousands of years since Adam had gone by. There was a day that God looked over at Jesus and said, “It’s time.” Nine months later, Joseph held that holy child. The Second Coming There is another time coming when Jesus will return. No man knows the time, not even Jesus, only the Father. At any minute, He could look at the Son again and say, “It’s time.” Those trusting in Christ who are asleep in the grave will resurrect. Those who are alive and remain shall be changed in the moment in the twinkling of an eye. All will be called up. Pastor Tommy is anticipating the time when He’s going to gather us home. It’s important to have a time when your name got wrote in the Lamb’s Book of Life. If you don’t have that time, you need to prepare because another time is coming. You can get prepared to know Him today. If you don’t have a time, call on Him today. If He’s calling you, today’s the day. This is the day He must write your name down. This is the day the angels want to shout throughout heaven, “One more is come.”

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